TECHWOOD TDH-500 User manual

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ELECTRIC DEHYDRATOR
Instruction manual
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
❑Please read these instructions carefully before use.
❑Keep present instructions for future references.
❑Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
❑Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and
household or similar applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
❑Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
❑Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
❑Never use this apparatus near water projections.
❑Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
❑If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
❑Inform potential users of these instructions.
❑Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
❑The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
❑Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
❑This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
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use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
❑Children shall not play with the appliance.
❑Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
❑Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less
than 8 years.
❑In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
❑Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
❑From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
❑Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
❑Never place it into the dishwasher.
❑Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
❑Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
❑If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
❑Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
❑Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
❑Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk
to damage the appliance.
❑Never use any other connector than the one provided.
❑Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
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❑Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
❑Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
❑Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
❑The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
❑Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
❑Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
❑This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
❑Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
❑Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
❑When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
❑Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
❑This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
❑The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
❑The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
❑The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
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❑This appliance is only intended for household and indoor use.
❑Regarding the instructions for cleaning, thanks to refer to the
below paragraph of the manual.
(*) Qualified competent person : after-sales service technician
from the manufacturer or importer or any qualified, authorized
and competent person to carry out this type of repair.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five
hazardous substances • Lead • Mercury •
(hexavalent) chromium • products for protection
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against flames PBB and PBDE, the peak concentration
is equal to or less than 0.1% of the weight of
homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the 6th •
cadmium.
The symbol "DOUBLE SQUARE" means a double
insulated. A basic insulation and supplementary
insulation. This device requires no connection to the
mass of a protective conductor grounded. The
materials are said : double insulation class II.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
● Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance, disconnect
the apparatus and let it cool.
● Clean the outside of the appliance with a slightly damp
sponge or cloth.
● Parts (removable), in contact with food such as Bowl, Fork,
Spatula etc. can be cleaned in hot water with a sponge and
washing up liquid or washed in dishwasher.
● Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or
another cutting object.
● Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid!
FIRST USE
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Before first use, carefully remove the device and all accessories.
Clean the exterior and interior of the appliance with a damp sponge or cloth, dry
and wipe well.
Place the device on a dry, level surface. Make sure there is enough space to
operate the machine properly.
This appliance is used to dry food easily. It can make dried fruits and vegetables,
also dry meat, fish, etc.
These dry foods can be stored for a long time and used under the appropriate
circumstances.
Note : The device can dry 5 layers because it has 5 trays. Each tray can be used
separately.
SELECTION OF FOOD
A. Fruit
Most fruits can be prepared and stored, but the drying time varies depending on
the product.
Note : Refer to the table below for more details.
Always select ripe fruit because it contains more natural sugar, while green fruit
may taste bitter after it is dehydrated.
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Fruit
Processing requirements
Drying time（Hr）
Effect
Apple
Peeled, pith and cut into 6mm thick sheet
5~15
Becomes soft, curved
Banana
Peeled，cut into 3mm sheet
10~36
Brittle
Plum
After one minute into boiled water then half
open blisters
5~25
Becomes soft, curved
Grapes
1~2 into boiled water
10~36
Become soft
Lemon
Cut into 6mm thick sheet
5~25
Brittle
Mango
Peeled，cut into 6mm thick sheet
15~24
Becomes soft, curved
Orange
Cut into 6mm sheet
5~15
Becomes soft, curved
Kiwi
Peeled，cut into 6mm thick sheet
10~25
Becomes soft, curved
Pear
Peeled, pith and cut into 6mm thick sheet
8~24
Becomes soft, curved
Pineapple
Peeled，cut into 6mm thick sheet
10~21
Becomes soft, curved
B. Vegetables
The vegetables chosen must be fresh, tender, without deterioration or shock.
Vegetable
Processing requirements
Drying time（Hr）
Effect
Potato
Cut into slices, then cook 5-10 minutes
8~24
Brittle
Broccoli
Peeled, cut into parts, then steaming 3-5 minutes
6~20
Brittle
Carrot
Cook to be soft, shredding or cut into slices
8~14
Brittle
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Hot pepper
Do not cut
8~14
Harden
Green onion
shredding
6~10
Brittle
Mushroom
Slicing or whole drying
6~14
Harden
C. Meat / poultry / seafood
Food should always be very fresh.
Note : Do not select foods that have just come out of the refrigerator, this may
produce a large amount of water when the food is dehydrated. Once the
preparation of the dried meat is complete, it must be sealed and refrigerated.
Kind of food
Processing requirements
Drying time（Hr）
Effect
Pork/Beef
Remove fat, salted
10-24
Without water
Fish
Steaming, cooking or grill
4~16
Without water
Poultry
Steam, cooking or grill
4~16
Without water
USE
1. Place fruits or vegetables cut into pieces on the trays.
Note : Do not overlap the pieces on top of each other.
2. Connect the device
3. Turn the knob clockwise to the desired
cooking temperature.
Note : The light comes on and the appliance
starts to work.
4. When cooking is finished, set the button
to 0 and unplug the appliance.
STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place and out of reach from children.
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GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by
the consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are:
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift
box). Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair,
can be carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve
any extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee!
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts
are not guaranteed and are thus to pay!
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by
a specialized trade or a repair service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 500W
Classification Class II
Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without prior notice.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of
breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician
for repairs.
This device complies with EC directives, it was controlled according to all current
European directives, applicable such as: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and
low voltage (LVD).
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This device has been designed and manufactured in compliance with the latest
regulations and technical requirements for safety.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°A-107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous-bois – France
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